86 / 100
Does oak really lead here? The notes also lean into jammy fruit, honey-almond pastry and pepper, so the wood seems more like part of the picture than the whole story. I like that balance.
Reviewed by cedar.postcard
- Nose
- Browned honeycomb, Toasted almond torte, Dark red wine, Jammy fruits, Hint of wood sugar, Well-oaked wine
- Palate
- Spice and sweetness, Citric acidity, Boozy pears, Heavy pepper spice
- Finish
- Honeycomb, Lingering spice, Building tannins, Pepper, Dark chocolate with almond flavoring